Free Orthodontic Consultation in Kent and Sammamish, WA
Reviewed and approved by Dr. Cameron Freelove, DDS, MS · Last updated
The consultation at Freelove Orthodontics & Smile Design is completely free and includes a digital intraoral scan. Dr. Cameron Freelove, an ABO board-certified orthodontist, personally performs every exam at both the Kent and Sammamish offices. Families leave with a diagnosis, every reasonable treatment option, and written pricing, with no pressure to start that day.
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What “Free” Actually Covers at Freelove
Free means free at Freelove Orthodontics: the exam, the digital records, the CBCT scan when clinically indicated at the consultation, the treatment plan presentation, and the written pricing estimate all carry no charge and no obligation.
Included at no cost to the patient
- Comprehensive new-patient orthodontic exam Dr. Freelove is a specialist orthodontist. No fee is charged for the exam itself.
- Full digital intraoral scan Captured with Aoralscan 3, no goopy impressions, no gag reflex.
- Clinical photographs and facial records Used by the doctor for bite analysis, finishing simulation, and treatment tracking.
- Full treatment-plan presentation with the doctor personally Diagnosis, all reasonable options (including the option to wait or decline treatment), and expected timeline.
- Written treatment-plan estimate with exact pricing Handed to the family at the end of the visit so pricing is never a guess.
- Insurance benefit pre-check The treatment coordinator verifies orthodontic benefits before pricing is presented.
Not every “free consultation” is the same
At some offices, the free consultation is a brief coordinator-led screening without 3D imaging. At Freelove Orthodontics, Dr. Freelove personally performs the exam, every consultation includes a digital intraoral scan and airway screening, and treatment options are planned from digital records and clinically indicated imaging rather than a quick visual check. The family leaves with a written plan and exact pricing, not a sales pitch.
About 3D CT imaging
Freelove uses a low-dose cone-beam CT scan when clinically indicated for diagnosis, for example, impacted teeth, airway evaluation, or presurgical workup. The need for a CBCT is always discussed before imaging is performed.
Comfort and emergency visits
Emergency visits for active patients are handled promptly during office hours. Patients with braces from another office can be seen for true orthodontic emergencies on a limited basis; a $100 consultation fee applies for non-patient emergency visits. All visits are by appointment, so patients should always call ahead. Together, the Kent and Sammamish offices provide emergency phone coverage Mon–Fri.
Why the doctor’s live exam matters
Dr. Freelove performs the diagnosis after a live, in-person examination. Subtle bite, jaw-alignment, and soft-tissue mechanics that determine the right treatment cannot be measured from photographs or scans alone. The exam is what makes the consultation diagnostic, not just descriptive.
What Happens at Your Free Consultation
The full visit runs about an hour across four steps. Records, the doctor’s exam, the treatment plan, and written pricing all happen the same day, so families leave with answers rather than a follow-up appointment to get them.
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Welcome & Intake
Families are greeted at the front desk, digital intake forms sent after scheduling are finalized, and the team confirms insurance information so benefits can be applied to the written estimate later in the visit.
5-10 minutes
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Digital Records
The clinical team captures a full digital intraoral scan, no goopy impressions, plus an iCat CBCT scan, complimentary when clinically indicated at the consultation. The 3D records become the foundation for diagnosis and for the custom digital treatment planning the practice is built on.
10-15 minutes
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Doctor Exam & Treatment Plan Review
Dr. Freelove personally performs the exam, reviews the CBCT and scan on-screen, and evaluates the bite, jaw growth, facial balance, and airway. Every new patient receives airway screening. He then walks the family through the diagnosis and every reasonable option, from custom digital braces to clear aligners or observation when a child is not ready to start, answering questions in person before any pricing is discussed.
10-15 minutes
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Written Pricing
The family receives a written estimate with exact pricing, verified insurance benefits, and monthly payment options, including in-house plans starting at $300 down and $199 per month, CareCredit’s 0% APR promotional financing, and a 5% pay-in-full discount.
10-15 minutes
The Exam Is Performed by a Specialist Orthodontist
Freelove Orthodontics is a single doctor-owner practice. Dr. Freelove personally performs the consultation exam and directs treatment at both the Kent and Sammamish offices, so the orthodontist a family meets on day one is the same orthodontist at every visit after.
Dr. Cameron Freelove, DDS, MS
Dr. Freelove is board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics, a voluntary credential that requires passing the ABO written and clinical exams. He earned his DDS with honors from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and completed his Orthodontic Certificate and MS in Craniofacial Biology at USC. He has treated more than 2,000 patients since 2022 and spends dedicated one-on-one time with every new patient, about 15 minutes of direct doctor time at each consultation.
Every Family Leaves With a Treatment Plan and Clear Fees
Nothing about the plan or the price is left to a follow-up call. Before leaving, every family receives the diagnosis, the recommended path, and the exact numbers in writing.
- Treatment-plan summary Diagnosis, recommended treatment (or the recommendation to wait), timeline, and any alternatives that were considered.
- Price estimate Total fee, estimated insurance portion, estimated patient portion, and monthly payment options. The estimate is given in writing, sometimes emailed, sometimes printed, so the family can review at home.
- Digital intraoral scan on file Retained so any future provider can review Freelove’s records on request.
- Questions-answered list Any question the family arrives with gets answered during the visit, not punted to a follow-up call.
Freelove Never Pressures Families to Start Treatment
A free consultation is only useful if the recommendation is honest. Dr. Freelove regularly recommends waiting, and children who are not ready for treatment are placed in observation rather than started early.
When Dr. Freelove Recommends Against Treatment
When children are not yet ready for treatment, Dr. Freelove places them in observation rather than starting early. For patients where treatment would cause more harm than benefit, such as active periodontal disease or very high cavity risk, treatment is not recommended until those conditions are under control. The consultation is a diagnosis first, and a treatment recommendation only when treatment is genuinely the right call.
What to Bring & How to Prepare
A referral is not required. The full appointment runs about an hour. Completing these steps before arrival lets Freelove focus every minute on the patient.
- Completed online intake forms Dr. Freelove sends forms by text and email after scheduling, finishing them ahead of time protects the exam time.
- Insurance card (digital or physical) Freelove accepts all major PPO orthodontic plans and files each claim directly with the insurer as a courtesy; HMO plans other than DeltaCare are not accepted. For patients who are eligible for Medicaid, a pre-authorization is sent on the patient’s behalf. If Medicaid determines the treatment is medically necessary, orthodontic benefits will apply. If not, Medicaid will not fund orthodontic treatment.
- Payment options, if planned CareCredit, HSA/FSA card, or In-House Financing details, keeps financing decisions simple if the family chooses to start.
- Photo ID Driver’s license or state ID for the adult patient or the parent-of-record.
- Current medications and medical history Prescriptions, supplements, and any relevant dental or medical history, supports safe treatment planning.
- Prior dental X-rays or referral notes (optional) Dr. Freelove captures its own imaging, so prior films are welcome but never required.
- Every question the family has Write them down and bring them. The consultation is the time to ask everything, and the doctor answers each one in person before pricing is presented.
- Both decision-makers Bringing the second parent or spouse lets everyone hear the plan together, reduces the need for a second visit.
Insurance & Financing
Freelove accepts all major PPO orthodontic plans and files each claim directly with the insurer as a courtesy; HMO plans other than DeltaCare are not accepted. For patients who are eligible for Medicaid, a pre-authorization is sent on the patient’s behalf. If Medicaid determines the treatment is medically necessary, orthodontic benefits will apply. If not, Medicaid will not fund orthodontic treatment. Dr. Freelove verifies eligible orthodontic benefits before pricing is presented, so the written estimate reflects the actual patient portion.
Flexible payment plans start at $199/month. $0 down with CareCredit, or 0% financing options available through In-House Financing when preferred.
Insurance verification is required before treatment. Patients should complete the insurance paperwork Dr. Freelove sends after scheduling and stay in close contact with the front desk so eligible orthodontic benefits are verified ahead of the consultation.
English & Spanish Care
Consultations are conducted in English, and Spanish-speaking staff members are available to help Spanish-speaking families feel comfortable throughout the visit. Families can mention a language preference when scheduling.
Kid-Friendly Office
The practice is built around a warm, personal experience for children, and Dr. Freelove wants every young patient to genuinely enjoy coming in. At the Sammamish office, the practice is co-located with Lake Sammamish Kid’s Dentistry, led by pediatric dentist Dr. Annikka Freelove, so families can coordinate pediatric dental and orthodontic care in one location with a husband-and-wife team.
Estimate a Monthly Payment
Families that want a ballpark before the visit can use the payment calculator to see estimated monthly ranges for each treatment type.
The Right Age for a Child’s First Orthodontic Visit
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation no later than age 7, and Dr. Freelove agrees with that guidance. Evaluation at age 7 does not mean treatment at age 7.
Freelove Supports AAO Age 7 Screening, and Treats It as Screening, Not a Start Date
Dr. Freelove agrees with the AAO recommendation to evaluate children no later than age 7. In his view, Phase 1 treatment is valuable for children who genuinely need early intervention: crossbite, habit correction, tooth impaction risk from crowding, airway concerns when the upper jaw is underdeveloped, and cases coordinated with myofunctional therapy for proper tongue function. Not every child who could benefit from treatment needs to start early. When waiting for full eruption would achieve the same result, children are placed in observation instead.
Second Opinions and Transfer Cases
Transfer Patients Welcome
Families relocating to Kent, Sammamish, or the surrounding communities mid-treatment are welcome at Freelove Orthodontics. The team handles insurance verification and claims, reviews records from the previous office, and Dr. Freelove evaluates the case with fresh CBCT imaging at the consultation so the transition plan is based on current data, not assumptions.
Second Opinion Consultations
Families who have been evaluated elsewhere are welcome to bring their treatment plan, estimate, and any records for a fresh specialist review at Freelove. The goal of a second opinion is clarity, not conversion.
The doctor is equally comfortable confirming that the other plan is appropriate.
If a Family Is Worried About Affordability
The Freelove Response When Cost Is the Barrier
When cost is the barrier, the team walks the family through payment plan options that make the monthly number manageable. In-house financing starts at $300 down and $199 per month, CareCredit offers 0% APR promotional financing as a third-party option, HSA and FSA funds are accepted, and a 5% pay-in-full discount applies for families who prefer to pay up front. The case fee is the same whether the family chooses braces or clear aligners.
Free Consultation FAQ
Is the orthodontic consultation really free?
Yes, the consultation is free and carries no obligation. The visit includes a comprehensive exam, a digital intraoral scan, a full treatment-plan presentation with the doctor personally, and a written pricing estimate. Freelove Orthodontics & Smile Design does not charge a consultation fee and does not pressure families to start treatment on the day of the visit.
Do I need a referral from my dentist?
No referral is needed. Families can schedule the consultation directly, pick a time on the online scheduler or call or text Kent (253) 852-7331 Sammamish (425) 651-2778. If a dentist has sent X-rays or a referral letter, bring them along, but it is optional because Dr. Freelove captures its own digital imaging.
What is the right age for a child’s first orthodontic visit?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation no later than age 7, though some children may need to be seen earlier. Freelove supports that screening cadence, but treats age 7 as the evaluation age rather than the automatic start date. Most children seen at age 7 are placed on complimentary growth-observation recall rather than starting immediate treatment.
Can I ask treatment questions by email or phone after the consultation?
Yes. Families can call or text with follow-up questions after the visit. New patient phone calls can be made Mon–Fri 5:00 am–8:00 pm, Sat–Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm, and existing-patient calls are answered during normal clinical hours. Calls to either office number reach the team regardless of which location is clinically open that day.
How much do braces and Invisalign cost at Freelove?
At Freelove, metal braces start at $5,000, clear ceramic at $5,000, and Invisalign at $5,000. Families can use the payment calculator for an estimate, or review the detailed braces cost and Invisalign cost pages. At the consultation, the doctor presents the recommended plan and the treatment coordinator provides exact pricing with monthly payment options, including plans from $199/month.
Ready to Schedule?
The consultation is free, includes a digital intraoral scan, and ends with written pricing in hand. Schedule online or call to schedule at the Kent office (Wed–Fri) or the Sammamish office (Mon–Tue). Community discounts available at the time of start: The 5% pay-in-full discount can be combined with any other discount. Otherwise there is one discount per patient: a patient who qualifies for more than one receives whichever single discount gives the largest savings. Discounts cannot be combined with other promotions or special offers.
Want to learn more before scheduling?
Browse braces options, Invisalign and clear aligners, or specific bite problems Dr. Freelove treats. Estimate your investment with the braces cost calculator. See real patient results in the smile gallery, or read what patients say. Parents researching age-7 evaluations can start at children’s orthodontics.